Should I Shut My Computer Down , or Put It in Sleep Mode?.
Fox News recently offered a helpful breakdown
on the differences between shutting down
a computer and putting it in sleep mode.
'Sleep mode' is a somewhat misleading term,
since your computer is still on and will have several
programs running, despite having the screen shut off.
Programs that may continue running in the background include virus scan, system backups, software updates and disk cleanup. .
These programs are where
the tradeoff of sleep mode versus
turning your computer off come in.
Shutting down your computer and failing
to receive updates could make your device
susceptible to different kinds of malware.
However, the heat your computer produces
in sleep mode could wear on components
and lead to a shorter lifespan for your device.
Shutting down your computer
is also a good way to save
money on energy bills. .
Regularly shutting down a device can
also help performance, as it gives RAM
and the battery a chance to rest. .
Rebooting your computer can also help
to manage any system issues that might arise,
including fixing bugs or faulty network connections.
Shutting down your computer could also protect your
device from a potential power surge, which could
corrupt files, damage hard drives or result in lost data